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Amy practices family law and also serves as a court-appointed attorney in child dependency, sexual assault and domestic violence protection order cases. Amy continues to handle... more

Amy practices family law and also serves as a court-appointed attorney in child dependency, sexual assault and domestic violence protection order cases. Amy continues to handle guardian ad litem cases and also volunteers her time at the Neighborhood Legal Clinic in Tacoma. She is a graduate of Washington State University. She is a member of the Washington State Bar Family Law Section as well a...view profile

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Juvenile law applies to young children and teenagers—usually defined as less than eighteen years old, depending on the state. Minors accused of breaking the law are processed under a juvenile justice system. This system is completely separate from the one used for adults, and the penalties involved are usually far less severe than in the adult system. Juvenile law also carries certain protections that do not apply to adults; for example, names are kept confidential and parents can be present during police questioning. A lawyer who specializes in juvenile law will help minors understand the juvenile justice system and present their defense in juvenile court.